Gov. Mike Braun participated in a question and answer session Thursday during a Munster Camber of Commerce luncheon that focused on small businesses, local school referendums, and tolling, while protesters lined Ridge Road outside the event to express criticism with much of the legislation Braun has signed into law.
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Juan Sifuentes ousts longtime East Aurora school board president Annette Johnson from top role
Board member Sifuentes secured a majority of votes to become the board’s next president, a role previously held by Johnson.
Heller leaving Munster superintendent post for Colorado
The School Town of Munster is looking for a new superintendent again as Bret Heller announced his resignation Wednesday.
School board president paves way for interim CEO to lead CPS without required license
Board members say Mayor Brandon Johnson’s handpicked school board president Sean Harden is leading an effort to vote down a resolution that requires the next interim leader of Chicago Public Schools to have a superintendent licensure in order to install the mayor’s chief of staff, Cristina Pacione-Zayas, to serve in the temporary role.
Gov. Braun signs partisan school boards into law
Gov. Mike Braun signed the partisan school board bill, which passed out of the Senate for the final time by one vote, into law Tuesday.
Festival Aims to Show Women in Business the Power of Being Authentic
The power of authenticity is the theme of a festival designed to celebrate and empower women in business. WOW Festival Spring Event will take place over two Saturdays on May 24 and May 31 at The Derby – St Pancras Meetings & Events, London. Called I’m Authentic – Sprint into Action, the event will take women on a journey of introspection, reflection and connection – helping them understand themselves better so they can express who they really are and connect with others in an authentic way. Over the two days,…
DePaul president apologizes for antisemitism on campus at congressional hearing
DePaul University President apologizes to congressional committee for antisemitism on campus during last year’s protests and says what happened was a “hate crime.”
Courage Under Fire Gala Spotlights the Transformational Power of Catholic Education
Rooted in the belief that parents are the primary educators of their children, RCA equips families with the tools, community, and curriculum to lead boldly and educate faithfully. The gala supports RCA’s mission to form students not only intellectually but spiritually, drawing them toward eternal truths while preparing them for joyful, purposeful lives.
Oak Park and River Forest High School board looks forward as departing president looks back
The rancor of the campaign season was put to bed last week as the Oak Park and River Forest High School District 200 board installed its new board president and seated its new and returning members. Former president Tom Cofsky departed after swearing in the four winners — two incumbents and two newcomers — in […]
Courage Under Fire Gala Honors the Legacy of Faith and Family Formation, May 22–23 in Nashville
Courage Under Fire is a national initiative dedicated to building a culture of truth, virtue, and faith by forming leaders through family, education, and media. Its flagship event — the Courage Under Fire Gala — brings together Catholic voices who inspire conviction, courage, and clarity in a confused world.